Send 500 Children to School in South Africa

by Starfish Greathearts Foundation
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Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
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Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa
Send 500 Children to School in South Africa

Project Report | Apr 28, 2025
Support Orphaned Children in South Africa

By Bonnee Pecquex | Project Manager

Thanks to the unwavering support and generosity of our donors, we’ve made meaningful progress in our mission to uplift vulnerable and orphaned children across South Africa. Your contributions have brought hope, healing, and tangible change to countless young lives.

What Your Support Has Achieved - 

Emotional and Physical Care:
We’ve helped children navigate the pain of losing loved ones, offering them the emotional and psychological support they need to heal and thrive.

Safety and Protection:
By creating secure and nurturing environments, we ensure children grow up surrounded by stability and care.

Meeting Basic Needs:
Children have received warm, nutritious meals, school uniforms, shoes, essential school supplies, and safe transportation—removing barriers to learning and daily life.

Support for Child-Headed Homes:
We provide targeted resources and compassionate care for children who have become caregivers themselves, helping them shoulder responsibilities no child should face alone.

Comprehensive Healthcare Services:
Our health programs include access to life-saving anti-retroviral medication, TB screenings, deworming, growth monitoring, vitamin supplements, and vision and dental care.

Education and Awareness:
We’re actively educating communities about HIV prevention and the realities of gender-based violence—empowering children with knowledge that protects them.

Early Childhood Development:
With 25 fully funded preschools, we’re giving children a safe space to learn, grow, and play—laying the groundwork for a brighter future.

Our Impact in 2024

with your support, we proudly delivered:

  • 248,784 meals to children in need

  • 17,621 healthcare consultations, improving health outcomes across our communities

These efforts have led to better health, consistent school attendance, stronger academic performance, and enhanced overall well-being.

Strengthening Our Reach:

In 2025, we’ve continued to introduce digital tools to improve our impact measurement and program planning. We’ve also expanded our services to two additional schools and launched new nutrition initiatives to address food insecurity.

Looking Ahead:

To sustain and grow our impact, we are pursuing new avenues for support, including:

  • Launching targeted digital fundraising campaigns

  • Building corporate partnerships

  • Hosting fundraising events in more states

  • Applying for grants to ensure long-term sustainability

Help Us Reach Our $170,000 Goal

Together, we can continue transforming lives. Every donation brings us closer to reaching more children and providing the comprehensive care they deserve.

Join Us.
Be a part of something powerful. Help us build a future where every child feels safe, supported, and seen.

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Starfish Greathearts Foundation

Location: White Plains, NY - USA
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Project Leader:
Marlize Adair
White Plains , New York United States
$159,716 raised of $210,000 goal
 
656 donations
$50,284 to go
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